In the De La Salle Classroom, you will find dynamic teachers that inspire young minds to grow and develop. From eighth to twelfth grade, our faculty presents a comprehensive college model academic program that challenges students to reach their full potential.
De La Salle School is a dynamic, innovative Catholic school preparing young people for college, career, and life in a global community associated with the Lasallian mission.
“Sports have taught me lessons that I hold dear to my heart. Being a leader is more than just successfully getting the job done. It’s the way you conduct yourself, work with your team, and approach the task at hand. Everyone has a role to play – when all the pieces of the puzzle fit together, we are destined to succeed.”
– Terrance Vincent Jr., Class of 2023
“There is something for everyone at De La Salle! Extracurriculars at De La Salle have given me the opportunity to get involved, form close friendships, and explore my particular interests. The relationships I’ve formed and memories I’ve made through Extracurriculars make De La Salle feel like home.”
– Taylor Michel, Class of 2023
“From the personal classroom attention to the vast offerings of clubs and activities, each student has the opportunity to find their place to thrive. The small catholic co-educational environment truly feels like family. It has been a pleasure to watch my daughter blossom over the past five years. She is proud to soon be a third generation Cavalier!”
– Debbie McLanahan, DLS Parent
“I believe in its mission, academic standards and the need it meets given De La Salle is the only catholic, co-educational, diverse high school in our community.”
– Paul Flower, Class of ‘63
With Summer programs like Cav Camp and Foundations, De La Salle offers a safe, productive environment for your Cavalier to spend time during the summer months.
“De La Salle excels in the Lasallian core principles of an inclusive community, concern for the poor, and social justice. These principles allow me to firmly make service a part of my day at De La Salle. De La Salle encourages an environment of generosity and love for a community devastated by crime and natural disasters.”
– Anthony Prados, Class of ‘25
Math Department | Mu Alpha Theta Moderator | A.C.E. Moderator
Kate Cunningham came to New Orleans and De La Salle in the Fall of 2013. She teaches Algebra II and moderates the Mu Alpha Theta Club. Mu Alpha Theta includes 11 students and they will be competing March 30 through April 1 at the State Mu Alpha Theta competition. Kate believes that the team will perform well in this year’s competition.
“Mrs. Cunningham leads our math club, Mu Alpha Theta, and our ACE program, which instructs students in architecture, construction, and engineering. She connects math to the “real world,” helping her students see the need for the application of mathematical concepts in different professions.” –Principal, Paul Kelly ’83
Kate also moderates the Architecture, Construction, Engineering (ACE) Mentor program at De La Salle. The program brings professionals from one of the three fields to De La Salle every other week to work with students in the program on a year long project. The project allows them to learn each of the fields as they relate to the project. Last year the ACE program redesigned a building on campus into a multi-use building. Kate helps the kids work on their project when the mentors are not there. She mentors them with blueprint design, computer design programs, construction bid creation, and more.
Kate earned her M.Ed. from Temple University. During her free time, Kate enjoys taking her son, Matthew, to the playground with her husband, Dave. She also enjoys cooking and road tripping.